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Blends of different acyl gellan gums and starch

US7494667B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 2, 2004
Grant dateFeb 24, 2009
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Expiry dateJan 19, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K9/4816
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method of producing a film forming blend of different acyl gellan gums with starch having similar textural and functional properties compared to gelatin. Films prepared using such blends have a high modulus and excellent strength and elongation. The present invention also relates to soft capsules prepared using such blends or films, which have good sealability.

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